Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Example 1: Bracelet phone (concept)

Literal interpretation of the mobile phone as an accessory - the product embodies a futuristic bracelet that doubles and unfolds as a phone.  Jewelery with a secondary function appears to be the main theme of the product.  Unfortunately the ergonomics of the phone half are forgotten.

Pros:
  • Developed aesthetic combination of jewelery vs. phone
  • Visual identifiers for phone functions (lit buttons)
  • Durable material, uncommon amongst today's examples
  • Presumed mapping of unclasping the bracelet, activates "pick-up"
Cons:
  • Poor ergonomic understanding of phone form
  • Limited functionality of phone product (screen for contact info, caller id etc.)
  • Lack of detail for supporting products (charger)
  • Limited viability - only for the female market? Subjective aesthetic value as "jewelery"

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